The presentation about Career Exploration!

Jamie Vaughn

NC Department of Commerce, LEAD

Career Exploring and Planning

… a series of steps to help clarify and determine short-and long-term career goals.

Reasons to Explore & Plan Excuses not to Explore & Plan

• Provides flexibility, motivation and accountability.

• Prepare to take advantage of an opportunity.

• Understand Options.

• Something to refer to when a setback occurs.

• I don’t have time.

• I know what I want to do.

• That’s for students? I am in the workforce!

• I want to be able to take advantage of any opportunities that arise.

• I don’t know how.

Tips for effective career exploration

1. Don’t get overwhelmed!

2. Get assessed

3. Think long term

4. Consider the place

5. Be flexible

6. Don’t be alone

Landing Page

Site Navigation direction to main pages

Invite to Explore Occupations sample of data available

Quick Connections to Education & Workforce info & resources

Why create a free account?Not required for access!

Save assessments

Save favorite occupations and more

793 Occupations

Explore Occupations Table

Occupation Profile Page

• Heart of the site• All data in one place• Links to additional information• Can mark as a favorite or print• Can change geography

• Answer questions like:o What is an advancement opportunity?o How do I gain experience?o Where should I start?

• Can see side by side comparison of options

What can I do with my Education?

• Match education to jobs• Answer questions like:

o What Occupations should I consider?o What can I do with my degree?

Find Higher Education & training opportunities

• Higher Education DegreesoNC Public Universities

oNC Private Colleges & Universities

oNC Community Colleges

• CertificatesoNC Community Colleges

oPrivate Training Providers

How does NCcareers.org work with NCWorks.gov?

Additions coming soon

• Updated Home Page

• Lesson PlansoLate Elementary/Middle School

oHigh School

oPost Secondary Education

• Additional articles and information

• Updated Data

• Single-sign on with NCWorks (Proposed)

Need Help or Have Ideas?

@CareersInNC

NCcareers@nccommerce.com

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